Citrus Rubbed Whole Duck

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From emeril lagasse, this is a great duck recipe. The citrus aroma fills the kitchen while it's cooking. The skin is crisp, and the duck is moist and tender.

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Steps

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Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

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Zest oranges and lemons and chop zest finely.

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Squeeze juice from oranges and lemons.

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In a small bowl combine zest , juice , pepper and salt.

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Rub duck , inside and out , with all of the citrus-pepper mixture.

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In a roasting pan set duck on a vertical roaster and cook about 2 1 / 2 hours , or until well-browned and crispy.

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Let rest , loosely covered with foil , 10 minutes before carving.

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Ingredients

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oranges, lemons, black pepper, salt, duck